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Degreed unveils AI tools to close human readiness gap

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Degreed launches AI-driven learning tools and programmes to tackle the “human readiness gap” holding back companies' AI investments.
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Singapore, Germany, Finland lead youth AI readiness ranks

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Singapore, Germany and Finland are ranked best in the world for youth AI readiness, driven by strong digital networks and STEM education.
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Women are falling behind in AI: Here's why it matters

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Women are lagging men in AI adoption, risking a generational career setback unless leaders tackle structural barriers and targeted training now.
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Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl

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Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
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Irish firms say AI adoption hit by talent shortages

Wed, 25th Feb 2026
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Irish firms say skills shortages, not tech, are throttling AI rollout, forcing sweeping job redesign and major investment in training.
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Ultimo names Philip Neal Chief Revenue Officer role

Tue, 24th Feb 2026
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Ultimo appoints Philip Neal as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and AI-augmented EAM strategy across North America, EMEA and APAC.
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Chartered accountants call for urgent practical AI training

Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
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Chartered accountants warn of widening AI skills gap as vast majority seek urgent, hands-on training to use new tools safely and effectively.
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UK IT departments most confident on AI future-readiness

Sun, 15th Feb 2026
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UK IT teams are Europe's most confident on AI and cybersecurity, yet a survey shows many still lag in turning that optimism into maturity.
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Exclusive, Extreme deepen UK & Ireland networking ties

Sun, 15th Feb 2026
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Exclusive Networks deepens its UK and Ireland portfolio by adding Extreme's AI-driven cloud networking platform to its cybersecurity-focused line-up.
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MoD signs Red Hat deal to boost hybrid cloud and AI

Thu, 12th Feb 2026
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UK Ministry of Defence signs Red Hat enterprise deal to standardise hybrid cloud, automation and AI platforms across Defence Digital Foundry.
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DXC opens London AI experience hub to drive co-creation

Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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DXC opens a central London Customer Experience Centre to co-create AI and automation solutions with clients and expand its UK presence.
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Zellis retains EcoVadis Silver, boosts ESG progress

Thu, 5th Feb 2026
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Zellis keeps EcoVadis Silver for a third year with an improved score, underscoring rising ESG expectations in regulated supply chains.
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LearnUpon buys AI course creator Courseau, launches new tools

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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LearnUpon buys AI-native course builder Courseau and unveils new tools, leadership hires and offices ahead of full 2026 integration.
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Pluralsight names Michael Ross as new Chief Product Officer

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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Pluralsight has hired veteran product leader Michael Ross as Chief Product Officer to steer innovation in its tech skills platform.
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UK, Ireland lag on quantum-safe crypto as certs shrink

Thu, 29th Jan 2026
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UK and Ireland firms trail global peers on post-quantum crypto prep as key, certificate woes mount and budgets constrain defences.
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Employers say UK graduates work-ready despite job gap

Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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Most UK employers say graduates are work-ready, but recruiters warn flawed hiring systems are locking thousands of young people out of jobs.
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Tricentis predicts AI will transform UK software testing

Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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AI will upend UK software testing by 2026, Tricentis warns, forcing a shift to risk-led quality, autonomous checks and stricter guardrails.
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UK firms see responsible AI as key competitive edge

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Most UK business leaders say responsible AI will be a key competitive edge within three years, but many still struggle to put it into practice.
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Small businesses in UK & Ireland face barriers to AI adoption

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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Small businesses in the UK and Ireland face confusion and lack confidence in adopting AI, citing skills gaps and need for clearer guidance, research reveals.
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Cybersecurity, AI & sustainable IT top digital priorities

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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UK and Ireland firms prioritise cybersecurity, AI adoption, and sustainable IT strategies as they gear up for evolving digital workplaces in 2024.